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Summer 2018
The Khosrovanis Go All in When It Comes to Their Causes
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ehdi and Rosemary Khosrovani met at Roger Williams University in the late 1970s. Mehdi had traveled almost 6,000 miles from Iran to study architecture. Rosemary, a native of New York City, was pursuing a degree in accounting. “I saw this beautiful woman on campus,” says Mehdi of his wife, who acknowledges the compliment with a smile. As they talk about philanthropy, building a brighter future for at-risk children, and their dedication to Bradley Hospital, it’s clear that Mehdi and Rosemary are not only a loving couple. They’re a team. “Everything we do, we do together,” says Mehdi. “We’re partners.” The couple serve on Bradley Hospital Foundation boards— he’s a trustee, she’s a governor. They share professional lives—he is president and founder of n|e|m|d architects, inc., she’s the chief financial officer. Both brim with pride for their 28-year-old son, Christopher, a senior account manager for Reddit. And they’re of one mind when it comes to the organizations they champion, including Bradley and the Boys & Girls Clubs of Providence. “When we commit to a cause, we do it together,” says Rosemary. “It’s not just about putting something on your resume. It’s about being vocal advocates, donating your time, treasure, and effort to the cause.” The Khosrovanis found a passionate cause in Bradley Hospital after meeting hospital President Dan Wall on the golf course four years ago. Dan took the couple on a tour of the hospital, which made a profound impression.
Rosemary and Mehdi Khosrovani
“To see a place so welcoming to the children and their families, the comforting spaces, and the way the staff relates to everyone, supporting Bradley Hospital was a natural decision for us,” says Mehdi. “It’s an amazing place.” The couple became donors through Bradley’s annual golf tournament. As members of the Bravo Bradley event committee, they are generous gala sponsors and supporters, as well. “Rosemary and Mehdi bring great charm to their advocacy,” says Dan. “They are gracious and generous people, and their concern for children is so real you can feel it. They radiate with fresh ideas and bring new people to the table. We are so lucky to have their support.” Looking to the future, the couple hope to attract more Bravo Bradley sponsors and donors from outside of Rhode Island. “We tell people about Bradley Hospital and they tell others, and we can only hope that they’ll become involved as well,” says Rosemary. “We want to open people’s eyes to the amazing work Bradley Hospital does.”